Credits in Science: Courses must include Biology and Chemistry. Physics is highly recommended ● Environmental Science (Freshmen only) ● Biology or Honors ● Chemistry or Honors ● Physics or Honors ● Marine Science or Honors ● Anatomy/Physiology Honors ● AP Biology ● DE Marine Science/DE Environmental Science ● Forensic Science

Theater I

1credit 0400310 This course is designed for students with little or no theater experience, and promotes enjoyment and appreciation for all aspects of theater. Class work focuses on the exploration of theater literature, performance, historical and cultural connections, and technical requirements. Improvision, creative dramatics, and beginning scene work are used to introduce students to acting and character development. Students electing theater are required to participate in all class performances. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-12

Theater II

1 credit 0400320 This course is designed for students with a year of experience or more, and promotes enjoyment and appreciation for all aspects of theater through opportunities to build significantly on existing skills. Students electing theater are required to participate in all class performances. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Theater III Honors

1 credit 0400330 This course is designed for students with significant experience in theater, and promotes depth of engagement and lifelong appreciation for theater In keeping with the rigor expected in an accelerated setting, students assemble a portfolio. Students electing theater are required to participate in all class performances. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Theater IV Honors

1 credit 0400340 This course is designed for students with extensive experience in theater, and promotes significant depth of engagement and lifelong appreciation for theater through a broad spectrum of primarily self-directed study and performance. In keeping with the rigor expected in an accelerated setting, students assemble a portfolio over time; mastery of theater skills and techniques in one or more areas; and evidence of sophisticated oral and written analytical and problem-solving skills based on their structural, historical, and cultural knowledge. Students electing theater are required to participate in all class productions.

FINE & PERFORMINGARTS

Prerequisite: None

Prerequisite: Theater 1 and teacher recommendation

Prerequisite: Theater 2 and teacher recommendation

Prerequisite: Theater 3 Honors and teacher recommendation

Art I

1 credit 0101300

Art Fee Required

Art II

1 credit 0101310 0101310

Art Fee Required

Art III Honors

1 credit 0101320

Art Fee Required Prerequisite: None

Students experiment with the media and techniques used to create a variety of two-dimensional (2-D) artworks through the development of skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and/or design. Students practice, sketch, and manipulate the structural elements of art to improve mark making and/or the organizational principles of design in a composition from observation, research, and/or imagination. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-12

Prerequisite: Art 1 and permission of instructor

Students develop and refine technical skills and create 2-D compositions with a variety of media in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and/or design. Student artists sketch, manipulate, and refine the structural elements of art to improve mark-making and/or the organizational principles of design in a composition from observation, research, and/or imagination. Through the critique process, students evaluate and respond to their own work and that of their peers. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Prerequisites: Art 1 & Art 2 and permission of instructor

Students demonstrate proficiency in the conceptual development of content in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and/or design to create self-directed or collaborative 2-D artwork suitable for inclusion in a portfolio. Students produce works that show evidence of developing craftsmanship and quality in the composition. Through a focused investigation of traditional techniques, historical and cultural models, and individual expressive goals, students begin to develop a personal art style. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Portfolio Development Drawing Prerequisites: Art 1 & Art 2 and permission of instructor Honors

1 credit Students work in a self-directed environment to develop a portfolio showing a 0109310 body of their own work that visually explores a particular artistic concern,

Art Fee Required

articulated and supported by a written artist’s statement. Artists may work in, but are not limited to, content in drawing, painting, printmaking, and/or mixed media that emphasizes line quality, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation, and/or illusion of depth. In keeping with the rigor expected in an accelerated setting, students’ portfolios show personal vision and artistic growth over time, mastery of visual art skills and techniques, and evidence of sophisticated analytical and problem-solving skills based on their structural, historical, and cultural knowledge. Students are self-directed. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of materials. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-11 for college or career application preparation.

APStudioArt Drawing

1 credit 0104300

Art Fee required Prerequisites: Art 1 and honors level art course recommendation of the instructor

This course provides students with college level art experiences leading to the completion of a portfolio with an emphasis on mark making. 5

The individually designed program allows the student to prepare a portfolio for presentation and evaluation in a sustained investigation and select works to the College Board for grading with the possibility of acquiring college credit.AllAP Art students must prepare theAPArts Portfolios in May.AP students are expected to be aware of and present for the date that their work needs to be submitted. Students may check the test date periodically for changes by going to the College Board website. Students must submit artworks both digitally and physically. Testing fees assessed by the College Board will be charged to the student’s account.Additional materials beyond the scope of theArt Fee are the responsibility of the student. One year (2 semesters) Grade 12

Creative Photography I

1 credit 0108310

Fee Required

Creative Photography II

1 credit 0108320

Fee Required

Prerequisite: None

Students will learn the foundations of the art of photography. Included: basics of traditional photography, digital media, familiarity with basic camera operations, display of photographic image, and print evaluation. A variety of media and materials may be used. Student photographers will use an art criticism process to evaluate personal and group projects. Camera and accompanying equipment is student supplied. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Creative Photography 1 and permission of instructor

Students will experiment with a variety of photographic media techniques, and make connections with historical and contemporary photographers to develop a focused body of work. Student craftsmanship and quality will be reflected in prints, care of materials, attention to compositional conventions, and expression of ideas/feelings. An art criticism process will be employed to evaluate, explain, and measure artistic growth in personal and group works. Camera and accompanying equipment is student supplied. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Creative Photography III Honors Prerequisite: Creative Photography 1 & 2 and permission of instructor 1 Credit 0108330 Students lead a focused investigation of a subject matter from ideation to Fee Required completion. Students select a theme, develop a concept, and prepare the work for public viewing, portfolio, distribution, and/or exhibit. This course may include, but is not limited to, research, collaboration, installation, history of photography, making connections to contemporary and community photographers, and critiquing with varied techniques. Processes, techniques, and media may include, but are not limited to, video, film, high speed photography, studio lighting, flash, long exposure, formal portraiture, large format, HDR, RAW processing, and digital output on a variety of media, including non-traditional materials. Craftsmanship and quality are reflected in the surface of the print, care of the materials, attention to compositional conventions, the display setting, and expression of ideas and feelings. Photographers use an art criticism process to evaluate, explain, and measure artistic growth in personal or group works. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

Portfolio Development 2D Design Prerequisite: Art 1 or Creative Photography 1, and teacher recommendation

Honors

1 Credit Students work in a self-directed environment to develop a portfolio showing a body of their own work that visually explores a particular artistic concern, articulated and supported by a written artist’s statement. Artists may work in, but are not limited to, content in drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, traditional photography, digital photography, and/or new media and emerging technologies that demonstrate understanding of design principles as applied to a 2-dimensional surface. Students regularly reflect on aesthetics and art issues individually and as a group, and manipulate the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create 2-dimensional works of art that are progressively more innovative and representative of the student’s artistic and cognitive growth. In keeping with the rigor expected in an accelerated setting, students’portfolios show personal vision and artistic growth over time, mastery of visual art skills and techniques, and evidence of sophisticated analytical and problem-solving skills based on their structural, historical, and cultural knowledge. Students are self-directed and display readiness for high levels of critical thinking, research, conceptual thinking, and creative risk-taking. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. One Year (2 semesters) Grades 10-11 for college or career application preparation.

APStudioArt 2D Design

1 credit 0109350

Art Fee required

Prerequisites: Art 1 or Creative Photography 1 and honors level art course teacher and teacher recommendation

This course provides students with college level art experiences leading to the completion of a portfolio with an emphasis on design, such as photography, collage, and digital art, more than traditional mark-making techniques and styles. This individually designed program allows the student to prepare a portfolio for presentation and evaluation in a sustained investigation and select works to the College Board for grading with the possibility of acquiring college credit.AllAP Art students must prepare theAPArts Portfolios in May.AP students are expected to be aware of and present for the date that their work needs to be submitted. Students may check the test date periodically for changes by going to the College Board website. Students must submit artworks both digitally and physically. Testing fees assessed by the College Board will be charged to the student’s account.Additional materials beyond the scope of theArt Fee are the responsibility of the student. One year (2 semesters) Grade 12

ST. JOSEPH ACADEMY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RETAIN ANY STUDENT ARTWORK.

American Sign Language I

1 credit 0717300 American Sign Language I introduces students to the target language and its culture. The student will develop communicative skills in all 3 modes of communication and cross-cultural understanding. Emphasis is placed on proficient communication in the language with introductions to culture, connections, comparisons, and communities. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-11

Prerequisite: None

American Sign Language II Prerequisite: Passing grade inAmerican Sign Language I 1 credit 0717310 American Sign Language 2 reinforces the fundamental skills acquired by the students inAmerican Sign Language I. The course develops increased receptive and expressive skills as well as cultural awareness. Specific content to be covered is a continuation of skills acquired inAmerican Sign Language I while communication remains the primary objective. The cultural survey of the target language is continued. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

American Sign Language III Honors Prerequisite: 95 overall average inASL 2 and teacher recommendation 1 credit 0717312 American Sign Language III provides mastery and expansion of skills acquired by the students inAmerican Sign Language II. Specific content includes, but is not limited to, expansions of vocabulary and conversational skills through discussions of selected media. Contemporary vocabulary stresses activities which are important to the everyday life of people using the target language. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

DEAmerican Sign Language Please see page 22.

ASL1140 ASL1150

Spanish I

1 credit 0708340 The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the Spanish language and culture. The course includes beginning skills in listening and speaking, fundamentals of grammar, and an introduction to reading and writing. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-11

Spanish II

1 credit 0708350 The purpose of this course is to reinforce the fundamental skills acquired by students in Spanish I. The course develops increased listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills at the intermediate level. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Prerequisite: Spanish I

Spanish III Honors

1 credit 0708360

Spanish IV Honors

1 Credit 0708370 Spanish IV expands the skills acquired by the students in Spanish III. Specific content includes, but is not limited to, more advanced language structures and idiomatic expressions, with emphasis on conversational skills. There is a additional growth in vocabulary for practical purposes, including writing. Reading selections are varied and taken from the target language newspapers, magazines, and literary works.

DE Spanish SPN 1120 SPN 1121

English I

1 credit 1001310 Standard English I involves the introduction of literary genres, instruction in oral and written skills, and the study of grammar. The course is designed to reinforce and build upon the skills learned in elementary/middle school, as well as to prepare students for the level of academics found in high school. Study skills, spelling, vocabulary, basic grammar, basic composition, and public speaking are all incorporated into the course, along with the analysis of literature. Grade - appropriate outside reading is required in every English course. Three to five essays, including a research based project, are required. Students will initiate and submit portfolios intended to assist them in improving their writing abilities and showcase their writing. One year (2 semesters) Grade 9

English I Honors

1 credit 1001320

Spanish 3 provides mastery and expansion of skills acquired by the students in Spanish 2. Specific content includes, but is not limited to, expansions of vocabulary and conversational skills through discussions of selected readings. Contemporary vocabulary stresses activities which are important to the everyday life of the target language-speaking people. The material covered in this course is more extensive than Spanish II standard. One year (2 semesters)Grades 9-12

Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation and 85 average in Spanish III Honors

Please see pages 22-23.

LANGUAGEARTS

Prerequisite: None

Prerequisites: AnAaverage in eighth grade English and 90th percentile or aboveon High School Placement Test (HSPT) English

Honors English I involves the study of genres, instruction in oral and written skills, and SAT and literature based vocabulary. Skills learned in grammar school are built upon, and supplemented with introduction to deeper analysis of literature and writing analytical papers. This course includes understanding how literary elements lend meaning to texts, identifying the author’s attitude and purpose through examining the effects of word choice, tracing the development

English II

1 credit 1001340 English II is a college prep course which incorporates World Literature into all of the facets of developing effective speaking, research, and writing skills. SAT/ACT test prep skills are also covered. One year (2 semesters) Grade 10

English II Honors

1 credit 1001350 of a theme in a work of literature, and describing the structure of a piece of writing. Grade - appropriate outside reading is required in all English courses. Speeches, group projects, oral reports, creative writing, and research writing are all part of the honors curriculum. Seven to ten essays papers, including a literary analysis research paper (paper only) are required. Students will submit portfolios intended to assist them in improving their writing abilities, and showcase their writing skills. One year (2 semesters) Grade 9

Prerequisite: English I

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, credit in English I and teacher recommendation

English II Honors is a college prep course which incorporates World Literature into all of the facets of developing effective speaking, research, and writing skills. SAT/ACT test prep skills are also covered. Focus includes preparation for DE Comp.

One year (2 semesters) Grade 10

English III

1 credit 1001370 English III is a college prep course which appliesAmerican Literature as the basis for developing college-level writing, speaking, and vocabulary skills. SAT/ACT test preparation is also covered. One year (2 semesters) Grade 11

Prerequisite: English II

English III/DE Composition Please see page 23.

ENC 1101 ENC 1102

English IV

1 credit 1001400 This course involves a chronological study of the major British authors from Chaucer to the middle of the twenty-first century. Career planning and resume writing, as well as public speaking, are emphasized. Oral reports and interview techniques are included. Grade - appropriate outside reading is required in all English courses. Eight to ten essays, including a research based paper/project, are required, and oral presentations are mandatory. Students will initiate and maintain portfolios intended to assist them in improving their writing abilities. This course exposes students to college-level English curriculum. One year (2 semesters) Grade 12

Prerequisite: English III

English IV/DEAmerican Lit. Please see page 23.

AML2010 AML2020

Journalism I Yearbook

1006300

Journalism II Yearbook

1006310

MEDIA

Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors only. Aminimum of an 80 average in previous English course

This course offers students a hands-on learning experience in the creation of a quality yearbook. Journalism 1/Yearbook 1 is the introductory level course that introduces the student to the following facets of yearbook production: photography, design, page layout, copy and caption writing, financing, and selling the publication. Students must sell advertisements as part of the first quarter grade. This course is time intensive; students must be willing to work outside designated class time to complete assignments. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

Prerequisites: Journalism I and English teacher recommendation

This course offers students an opportunity to make decisions in yearbook production. This course reviews and reinforces through application all facets of yearbook production: photography, design, page layout, copy and caption writing, desktop publishing, financing, and selling the publication. Students must sell advertisements as part of the first quarter grade. Having one year of experience, some of the Journalism 2/Yearbook 2 students will act as editors and staff team leaders. This course is extremely time intensive; students must be willing to work outside designated class time. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

Speech I

0.5 credit 1007305

Speech II

0.5 credit 1007315 This course is designed to build student facility in structuring various types of speeches, researching information, audience analysis, presentation of speeches and building self confidence in public speaking situations. Students will critique speeches, paying attention to content, organization, language, and delivery style, and produce and present well-structured, developed speeches.

The purpose of this course is to continue developing students' awareness, understanding, and application of language arts as they apply to oral communication concepts and formats.

Algebra I

1 credit 1200310

MATHEMATICS

Prerequisite for incoming Freshmen: 65th percentile or above on High School Placement Test (HSPT)

This course stresses the use of mathematical reasoning and problem

Algebra I Honors

1 credit 1200320

Geometry

1 credit 1206310 The purpose of this course is to emphasize critical thinking involving the discovery of relationships and their proofs, and skills in applying the deductive methods of mathematical situations. Topics shall include, but not be limited to: logic and reasoning, similarity, congruence, geometric inequalities, polygons and circles; area, volume, and constructions. Scientific or graphing calculators may be used at the teacher’s discretion. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-11

Geometry Honors

1 credit 1206320

Algebra II

1 credit solving with real and complex number systems. Topics include number and set theory, linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, rational and radical expressions and equations, quadratic equations, and relations and functions. An integrated sequence of geometric topics is included. Scientific (non-graphing) calculators may be used at the teacher’s discretion. One year (2 semesters) Grade 9-10

Prerequisites: Freshmen: 90th percentile or above on High School Placement (HSPT) Math Test (Note: Students who have credit forAlgebra I in the 8th grade may opt not to accept that credit and takeAlgebra I Honors for credit in the 9th Grade)

The purpose of this course is to include all aspects of the basic algebra course, plus a more in-depth study on linear equations and inequalities that will include working with absolute value; a more extensive investigation of rational expressions and equations, to include simplifying complex fractions; and more exploration of quadratic functions, to include graphing. Scientific (non-graphing) calculators may be used at the teacher’s discretion. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-10

Prerequisite: Algebra I

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria and teacher recommendation (Note: Entering Freshmen with 8th grade credit forAlgebra I and 95th percentile or above on High School Placement (HSPT) Math test may opt to take this course with administrative approval)

The purpose of this course is to give a rigorous in-depth study of geometry with emphasis on methods of proofs and the formal language of mathematics. Topics shall include, but not be limited to: structure of geometry; separation properties; angle concepts; triangles, quadrilateral’s; proofs; perpendicularity and parallelism in a plane and in space; similar polygons, circles and spheres; constructions; area and volume; coordinate geometry, topology, and transformational geometry. Scientific or graphing calculators may be used at the teacher’s discretion. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-11

Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry

Algebra II Honors

1 credit 1200340

Pre-Calculus Honors

1 credit 1202340

Math for CollegeAlgebra

1 Credit 1200710

Advanced Placement

Acontinuation of the study of the structure ofAlgebra with emphasis on building the foundation on the application of these skills. Topics shall include review of the structure of the real number system; relations, functions and graphs; systems of equations and inequalities; polynomial functions; rational and irrational exponents, logarithms and complex numbers. Graphing calculators are required and are used at the teacher’s discretion. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, Algebra I and Geometry and teacher recommendation

This course is an extension and enhancement of the concepts covered inAlgebra I. Emphasis is placed on the underlying structure of the number system and the basic axioms and theorems of algebra. Topics include systems of linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; matrix algebra; polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions; sequences and series; conic sections; permutations, combinations, and probability; and complex numbers. Trigonometry may be introduced. Emphasis is placed on skills enhancement and problem solving. The use of graphing calculators is introduced and integrated into the curriculum. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-11

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria and teacher recommendation Please Note: Students completingAlgebra II and requesting to enroll in Honors Pre-Calculus must complete a summer assignment tutorial/review packet of the extended topics covered inAlgebra II-Honors.

This course is a study of functions in preparation for the study of calculus. Emphasis is placed on understanding the behavior of various functions algebraically, graphically, and numerically. Topics include systems of linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; sequences and series; complex numbers; vectors and parametric equations. Mathematical induction and the theory of limits are introduced. Emphasis is placed on skills enhancement and problem solving. The use of graphing calculators is integrated into the curriculum. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry,Algebra 2

In Mathematics for College Algebra, instructional time will emphasize five areas: (1) developing fluency with the Laws of Exponents with numerical and algebraic expressions; (2) extending arithmetic operations with algebraic expressions to include rational and polynomial expressions; (3) solving one-variable exponential, logarithmic, radical and rational equations and interpreting the viability of solutions in real-world contexts; (4) modeling with and applying linear, quadratic, absolute value, exponential, logarithmic and piecewise functions and systems of linear equations and inequalities; (5) extending knowledge of functions to include inverse and composition.

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, Honors Pre-Calculus and teacher

CalculusAB

1 credit 1202310 This course includes the concepts required by College BoardAP for CalculusAB (http://apcentral.collegeboard.com). It is a study of functions, graphing limits, derivatives, and integrals in preparation for theAP CalculusAB examination. Emphasis is placed on understanding the concepts of calculus by providing experience with its application through modeling. The approach is multi-representational with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. The use of graphing calculators (required) is integrated into the curriculum at the teacher’s discretion, to reinforce the relationships among the multiple representations of functioning to confirm written work to implement experimentation, and to assist in interpreting results. AllAP CalculusAB students must take theAP Calculus examination given in May. AP Calculus students are expected to be aware of the test date and be present for the test. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

DE CollegeAlgebra/Elem. Stats. Please see page 25.

3 credits MAC1105 STA2023

HOPE (Health Opportunities through Physical Education)

HOPE- Personal Fitness/ Life Management

1 credit

Prerequisite: None

The topic of Personal Fitness provides students with the knowledge, skills and values they need to become healthy and physically active for a lifetime. This course addresses both the health and skill-related components of physical fitness which are critical for students’success.

The purpose of the Life Management course is to produce health literate students that take positive actions for healthy and effective living. The course is wellness oriented and emphasizes responsible decision-making and planning for a healthy lifestyle.

Individual/Dual Sports I, II Prerequisite: None 1 credit 1502410 This course is designed to develop the knowledge, history, and skills of 1502420 selected dual and individual sports. Safety practices, application to fitness and leisure activities will be emphasized. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Team Sports I and II

1 credit 1503350 1503360 Prerequisite: None

This course includes in-depth knowledge, history, application of skills, techniques, strategies, rules, and safety practices necessary to participate in selected team sports. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Weight Training I and II

1 credit 1501340 1501350

Weight Training III

0.5 credit 1501360 The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop advanced knowledge and skills in weight training, further improve muscular strength and endurance and further enhance self-image. One semester Grades 11-12

This course was developed to assist students who wish to improve their muscular strength/endurance and maintain/improve their current physical condition. Teaching components include: major body muscles training techniques, safety in weight training equipment, and the Bigger, Faster, Stronger (BFS) system for training. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Weight Training I/II or permission of the instructor

Power Weight Training

0.5 credit 1501410 The purpose of this course is to enable students to acquire basic knowledge and skills in power weight training and improve health-related fitness. One semester Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Weight Training I/II/III or permission of the instructor

SCIENCE

Environmental Science/ Lab Prerequisite: None 1 credit 2001340 This course is designed to provide an understanding of the environment’s complexity and our subsequent interaction with it. To achieve this, the course will explain what environmental science is and how the components of it influence our world. Students will develop scientific literacy and learn to apply the scientific method to problems present in today’s society. One year (2 semesters) Grade 9

Biology I/Lab

1 credit 2000310 This course will cover the characteristics of life, cells, and what is required for each along with genetics and cell division. Finally we will cover plant and animal structures with a specific influence on human structures. This course is designed for students of average ability and level of motivation. One year (2 semesters) Grade 10

Prerequisite or corequisite: Algebra I

Biology I Honors/Lab

1 credit 2000320 Prerequisites: Sophomores: “A” in Environmental Science and teacher recommendation. Freshmen: An “A” average in 8th grade science and SJAcriteria on the High School Placement Test.

This course is designed to challenge students to think and understand key details that are essential to current biological concepts and theories.

APBiology/Lab

1 credit 2000340

Chemistry I/Lab

1 credit 2003340 The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the study of the composition and properties of matter, and the changes associated with matter and energy. Laboratory activities and scientific research are an integral part of this course. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Chemistry I Honors/Lab

1 credit 2003350 Subject matter covered in this course, but not limited to, are aspects of biochemistry, cell biology, transport processes, and the cell cycle, Mendelian and non-Mendelian genetics, population genetics, historical development of the theory of evolution, animal taxonomy and the evolution of plants and animals. Lecture, class interaction, internet research and laboratory exercises will be used to describe and explain unifying principles and current working theories in the biological sciences. This course is designed for students with above average ability and high motivation. This course is a prerequisite forAP-Biology. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-10

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, credits in Biology Honors, Chemistry and teacher recommendation. It is highly recommended that the student also have credit inAnatomy/Physiology Honors.

TheAP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a two semester college level Introductory Biology course taken by students who are in their first year of study and majoring in biology and has been endorsed enthusiastically by higher education officials. TheAP Biology course is designed to enable you to develop advanced inquiry and reasoning skills, such as designing a plan for collecting data, analyzing data, applying mathematical routines, and connecting concepts in and across domains. The result will be readiness for the study of advanced topics in subsequent college courses – a goal of everyAP course. The key concepts and related content that define the revisedAP Biology course and exam are organized around a few underlying principles called the big ideas (Evolution, Cellular Processes, Genetics and Information Transfer, Interactions), which encompass the core Scientific principles, theories and processes governing living organisms and Biological systems.

AllAP students must take theAP-Biology examination given in May. AP-Biology students are expected to be aware of the test date and be present for the examination. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

Prerequisites: Algebra I and Biology

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria,Algebra I, Biology and teacher recommendation Pre/corequisite: Algebra II Honors or teacher recommendation

The purpose of this course is to provide a rigorous study of the composition, properties, and changes associated with matter. The concepts are studied more in depth; much more math is used in calculations, than at the standard level. In addition, the honors level delves into some topics not covered in standard. This 16

Marine Science/Lab

1 credit 2002500 The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the marine environment. Topics discussed in this class will include: the origins of the ocean; and will touch on physical, chemical, geological, and biological fields. Students will also look into the effects of humans on the marine ecosystems we rely on. The ability to interpret and use information from a variety of activities is a critical part of this class. One year (2 semesters) Grade 10-12

involves more work, so a faster pace is necessary. Detailed laboratory activities and scientific research are a significant part of the course. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

Prerequisites: Biology I and teacher recommendation

Marine Science Honors/Lab Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, Biology I and teacher recommendation 1 credit 2002510 The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the marine environment. Topics discussed in this class will include: ocean origins, physical, geological, chemical and biological marine science. Students use many different experiences to explore, first-hand, a variety of topics in marine science. The ability to interpret and use information from laboratory experiences and activities is a critical part of this class. These topics are studied more in depth than at the standard level. Students must have a desire to engage with classroom discussion and explore the world around them to benefit from this class. One year (2 semesters) Grade 10-12

Physics I/Lab

1 credit 2003380 The purpose of this course is to provide a solid introductory study of the theories and laws governing the interaction of matter, energy, and the forces of nature. Because physics is basically applied mathematics, incoming students are expected to have strong math skills. Classroom instruction will be augmented by hands-on laboratory work. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

Prerequisites: Credits inAlgebra II and Chemistry

HonorsAnatomy & Physiology/Lab

1 credit 2000360 Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, credit in Biology I and teacher recommendation

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop an understanding of the relationships that exist between the structures and functions of organs and organ systems of the human body, cell biology, homeostasis, metabolism, tissues, organs, organ systems and disease processes of the human body. Laboratory exercises of the anatomy and organizational structure of the cell(s), tissues, the brain, the heart, the liver and the kidney will be addressed and studied. Medical terminology, genetic regulation and scientific discussion will be emphasized. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

Forensic Science

1 credit 2002480

Laboratory investigations in the high school classroom should help all students develop a growing understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills to calibrate and troubleshoot equipment used to make observations. Learners should understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data.

DE Marine Biology Environmental Science

OCB 1000/1000L EVR 1001/1001L

Please see page 24

SOCIALSTUDIES

World Cultural Geography Prerequisite: None 1 credit 2103300 In this course students will develop multicultural understandings and use geographical concepts and skills to acquire information and systematically apply decision-making processes to real-life situations. Additionally, they will acquire an understanding of interrelationships between humans and their environment. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-12

World History

1 credit 2109310 This course involves a number of periods of history beginning with Medieval Europe and continues through the 20th century. Topics that will be explored are the MiddleAges, including feudalism and the impact of religion, economic growth, and evolution of national monarchies; influence of Christianity in Eastern Europe; the founding of the Islamic faith; Europe in transition, to include the Renaissance and Reformation, exploration, expansion and the rise of absolute monarchies; theAge of Revolution, in England,America and France; the Industrial Revolution; the world at war, to include WW I, WW II; and finally the world today, starting with the Cold War. One year (2 semesters) Grade 10 Graduation Requirement

APWorld History

1 credit 2109420 Prerequisite: None

Prerequisites: Unweighted GPAof 3.5, English teacher recommendation, English 9 college prep “A” grade and/or permission of the instructor.

APWorld History is for the exceptionally studious sophomore who wishes to earn college credit in high school through a rigorous academic program. This class approaches history in a nontraditional way in that it looks at the common threads of humanity over time – trade, religion, politics, society, and technology – and it investigates how these things have changed and continued over time in different places.

AllAPWorld History students must take theAPWorld History examination given in May. APWorld History students are expected to be aware of the test 18

U.S. History

1 credit 2100310 The course begins with a look atAmerica’s rise to world power status beginning with the Spanish-American War. The focus for the remainder of the course is on the 20th Century and the major issues and challenges that arose during that time period. One year (2 semesters) Grade 11 Graduation Requirement

DE U.S. History

AMH 2010 AMH 2020

Economics

0.5 credit 2102310 An introduction to the basic economic concepts and processes of national and international economic systems including: currency, banking, and monetary policy, major economic systems’fundamental concepts, global market and economy, economists and major economic theories, role and influence of government on fiscal policy, economic measurements, tools and methodology, financial and investment markets and the business cycle. One-half year (1 semester) Grade 12

Economics Honors

0.5 credit 2102320

United States Government

0.5 credit 2106310 An examination of theAmerican political process with emphasis on its early heritage, formation, structure, process, comparison to other forms of governments, and the way our nation is governed. One half year (1 semester) Grade 12 Graduation Requirement

date and be present for the test. Students may check the test date periodically for changes by going to the College Board website at apcentral.collegeboard.com. Testing fees assessed by the College Board will be charged to the student’s account. One Year (2 semesters) Grade 10

Prerequisite: World History

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Prerequisites: World History and U.S. History

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, World History and U.S. History and Social Studies and English teacher recommendation.

Employing the critical skills of analysis, synthesis. and evaluation, within a reflective academic setting, students in Economics with Financial Literacy Honors will participate in learning the concepts and processes of national and international economic systems including: currency, banking, and monetary policy, major economic systems’ fundamental concepts, global market and economy, economists and major economic theories, role and influence of government on fiscal policy, economic measurements, tools and methodology, financial and investment markets and the business cycle. One half year (1 semester) Grade 12

Prerequisites: World History and U.S. History

APUnited States Government Prerequisites: Courses in World History andAmerican History with 0.5 credit and Politics recommendation from junior social studies and English teacher 2106420

TheAP course in U.S. Government and Politics will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. This course includes both the study of general concepts used to interpret the U.S. Government and politics and the analysis of specific examples. It also requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute US government and politics. Students will become acquainted with the variety of theoretical perspectives and explanations for various behaviors and outcomes as they apply to selected topics. AllAP U.S. Government students must take the APAmerican Government examination given in May. AP U.S. Government students are expected to be aware of the test date and be present for the test. Students may check the test date periodically for changes by going to the College Board website at apcentral.collegeboard.com. Testing fees assessed by the College Board will be charged to the student’s account. One half year (1 semester) Grade 12

Psychology I

0.5 credit 2107300 Prerequisite: None This course provides students with the opportunity to acquire an understanding of human behavior, behavioral interaction, and the progressive development of individuals, including self concept development, adjustment, motivation and desire, intelligence, conditioning and learning, memory, personality and behavior, emotion, abnormal behavior, conformity, autonomy, alienation, stress, mental health, therapy, and psychological theory and methods. One half year (1 semester) Grades 11-12

Psychology II

0.5 credit 2107310 The second semester of psychology allows students to expand their awareness of psychology, including the topics of sensation and perception, motivation and emotion, adjustment in society, human interaction, human growth, and development, with an emphasis on evaluating the behavioral, social learning, and cognitive approaches within the entire life cycle. One half year (1 semester) Grades 11-12

THEOLOGY

The Theology course of studies at St. JosephAcademy is that which is approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops: DOCTRINAL ELEMENTS OFA CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CATECHETICAL MATERIALS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE OF HIGH SCHOOLAGE.

Theology I/II

1 credit THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST IN SCRIPTURE Prerequisites: None

The purpose of this first semester course is to give students a general knowledge and appreciation of the Sacred Scriptures. Through their study of the Bible, they will come to encounter the Living Word of God, Jesus Christ, and learn about the Bible, authored by God through inspiration, and its 20

Theology III/IV

1 credit

Foundations of Robotics

1 credit 9410110 Ahands-on introductory engineering course featuring a project based approach to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems. One year (2 semesters) Grades 9-11

Robotic Design Essentials

1 credit 9410120 This course provides students with content and skills essential to the design and operation of robotics, including artificial intelligence, sensors, electronic devices, engineering technologies, motion physics, electrical motors, programming, simulation and modeling, and critical thinking skills. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

value to all people. Students also will become familiar with biblical referencing. Particular attention will be paid to the study of the Gospels, so that students may grow to know and love Jesus more personally. One Semester Grades 9-10

WHO IS JESUS CHRIST? Prerequisites: None

The second semester 9/10 course introduces students to the Mystery of Jesus Christ, the Living Word of God, the Second Person of the Blessed Trinity.As they heighten their understanding of Jesus Christ as God’s ultimate revelation, students also will learn who He calls them to be. One Semester Grades 9-10

LIFE IN JESUS CHRIST Prerequisites: None

This first semester course assists students in understanding that it is only through Christ that they can fully live out God’s plan for their lives. From these tenets, student will learn the moral concepts and precepts that govern the lives of Christ’s disciples. One Semester Grades 11-12

RESPONDING TO THE CALL OF JESUS CHRIST Prerequisites: None

The purpose of this course is to help students to understand the vocational calls to the married, single, priestly and consecrated lifestyles. Students will learn what it means to live for the benefit of others and the value in considering a vocation in service to the Christian community. One Semester Grades 11-12

TECHNOLOGY

Prerequisite/Corequisite: HonorsAlgebra I

Prerequisite: Foundations of Robotics

Robotic Systems

1 credit 9410130 This course provides students with extended content and skills essential to the design and operation of robotic systems, including artificial intelligence, specialized sensors, electronic applications, engineering technologies, environmental physics, manufacturing, topographical considerations, programming, communications, simulation and modeling, and critical thinking skills. One year (2 semesters) Grades 11-12

Computer Programming

1 Credit

0200315 Prerequisite: Alg. 1

This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. Computer science prepares all students to be active and informed contributors to our increasingly technological society whether they pursue careers in technology or not. For the programming aspects of this course, students will be learning the basics of programming using the Python programming language. Students will be given projects using Python coding to accomplish specific tasks. One year (2 semesters) Grades 10-12

DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES

Dual Enrollment Courses, offered through St. Johns River State College, allow selected students to pursue college and high school credit simultaneously. Enrollment requires parent permission, instructor/department and administration approvals. The courses on the following pages are tentatively scheduled to be offered during the 2022-2023 school year. Courses listed will be offered on the St. JosephAcademy campus. Students may only take 10 credit hours per semester.

Please Note: The Florida Community College and State University Systems will accept Dual Enrollment courses for college credit with a grade of “C” or higher. Although many other private and out of state colleges and universities will also accept these credits, we cannot guarantee their acceptance. Please be advised that a grade less than a “B” in a Dual Enrollment course could negatively affect a decision for freshmen admission at a state university. The grades earned in Dual Enrollment courses are included in GPAs. They are weighted one full point. The state community colleges and universities require that a college transcript of these grades be submitted in addition to the high school transcript when applying for admission to colleges in the student’s senior year.

At this time, there are no additional fees regarding on campus Dual Enrollment courses, but that is subject to change based on state and college regulations.

ASLI

½ high school credit 4 college credits ASL1140 This course is an introduction to the linguistic structure and conceptual vocabulary ofAmerican Sign Language as used by D/deaf adults. This course will emphasize the development ofAmerican Sign Language skills including receptive and expressive conversational skills. (one semester) Grade 12

Prerequisites: SJA/SJRSC placement criteria and teacher recommendation

ASLII

½ high school credit 4 college credits

Prerequisite: ASL1140 with a grade of “C” or higher

This course is a continuation ofAmerican Sign Language I and will emphasize intermediate level sign vocabulary, increasingly complex 22

ASL1150 grammatical constructions/idioms, inflectional usage, and the development of intermediate receptive and expressive conversational American Sign Language skills.

DE Spanish I

SPN 1120 4 college credits

DE Spanish II

SPN 1121

DE Composition I

½ high school credit – Jr. English 3 college credits 244/ENC1101

DE Composition II

½ high school credit 3 college credits ENC1102 This is a continuation of Composition I. In addition to the literature component of Senior English, this course is designed to instruct students in the methods and applications of expository writing and the process of logical thinking. Grade-appropriate outside reading is required in every English course. Emphasis is placed on descriptive, persuasive, and argumentative writing. Students are required to write a 23

Prerequisites: SJA/SJRSC placement criteria, Spanish III Honors and teacher recommendation

An introduction to the Spanish language. The course presents the essential elements of Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and culture that are needed in everyday life to speak in Spanish and understand it when it is spoken at a moderate speed by sympathetic native speakers. This course includes many types of activities designed to develop basic skills in speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing, with the greatest emphasis placed on practicing conversation. Communicative competence is stressed. One half year (first semester) Grade 12

Prerequisite: SPN 1120 with a grade of “C” or higher

This course is a continuation of SPN 1120. This course includes many types of activities designed to further expand the students’ communicative proficiency in speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing, with the greatest emphasis placed on practicing conversation. Communicative competence is stressed. One half year (second semester) Grade 12

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, a 3.0 unweighted overall GPAand a satisfactory score on theACT, SAT or PERT as determined by SJRSC and teacher recommendation

Students will learn to recognize, identify, practice, and evaluate the rhetorical principles and techniques used in expository writing. They will apply various analytical techniques to the novels and plays they read, form a collaborate writing community, and acquire grammar expertise in using the process approach to writing, incorporating reading, reader-response writing, pre-writing exercises, group and class discussions, outlining, drafting, proof-reading, editing, and revising final drafts. Students will complete an extensive research project using MLA format, and comply with the State’s Gordon Rule requiring 6,000 words of evaluated writing each semester. One half year (1st semester) Grade 11

Prerequisites: Same as ENC 1101 and completion of ENC 1101 with a grade of “C” or better

DEAmerican Literature I

½ high school credit 3 college credits AML 2010 AML 2010 is a study of selectedAmerican writers and literary trends from colonial times to the mid-19th century. One half year (first semester) Grade 12

DEAmerican Literature II

½ high school credit 3 college credits AML2020 AML 2020 is a study of selectedAmerican writers and literary Trends from the mid-19th century to the present. One half year (second semester) Grade 12

DE Marine Biology

½ high school credit 3 college credits OCB 1000/1000L This course is a broad introduction to the biology of the seas and its inhabitants. Emphasis will be on the structure, form and function, physiological and behavioral adaptations and a survey of the major local marine organisms and habitat zones. Special attention will be given to unique habitats like coral reefs, estuaries, seagrass beds, salt marshes and mangrove areas. Discussions will include the relationship of the physical, biological and chemical environments to the overall distribution of phytoplankton, zooplankton, marine plants and animals. This course will also address man’s impact on the ocean environment. This is a general education course. Learning outcomes after the completion of this course, will be to 1. demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the form, function, physiological and behavioral adaptations of marine organisms, 2. analyze and discuss factors relating to the distribution of organisms within communities and ecosystems surveyed, 3. evaluate natural processes and effects of human impacts on marine communities, 4. discuss various potential or currently used solutions to alleviate or eliminate negative human impacts on marine environments and 5. evaluate and relate personal choices and actions to large-scale human impacts on marine environments.

Intro. Environmental Science

1/2 high school credit 3 college credits EVR 1001/1000L This is a general education course designed to be an introduction to the major topics in the environmental field. The scientific, social, political and economic aspects of environmental issues will be explored including environmental ethics, and environmental law. 24

documented research paper. Students will initiate and maintain portfolios intended to assist them in improving their writing abilities. An exit grade of “C” or higher is required to receive the three (3) college credits. One half year (2nd semester) Grade 11

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, ENC 1101 and 1102 with a grade of “C” or higher

Prerequisites: Same as AML2010 and completion ofAML 2010 with a grade of “C” or higher

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria and Science Teachers’Recommendation(s). Co-requisite OCB 1000-L

Prerequisites: SJA Placement Criteria and Science Teachers’Recommendation(s). Co-requisite EVR 1001-L

DE U.S. History I

½ high school credit 3 college credits AMH2010

DE U.S. History II

½ high school credit 3 college credits AMH2020 The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to develop the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems, content, and materials ofAmerican historical development. This is done by focusing on persistent themes and changes in history and by applying historical reasoning to seek solutions to contemporary problems. One year (2 semesters) Grade 11

DE CollegeAlgebra

½ high school credit 3 college credits MAC1105 Major topics are solving equations, drawing graphs, and using functions. Emphasis will be placed on linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions and their applications.

Elementary Statistics

½ high school credit 3 college credits STA2023 This is a first course in statistics and includes descriptive statistics, probability, and inferential statistics. Major topics are graphs, measures of center, measures of variation, linear correlation and regression, probability, binomial distribution, normal distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing.

Through written and/or oral assignments and hands-on investigations, students will learn about the different processes affecting ecosystems, especially those in Florida. Program Outcomes are to use critical thinking to assess, analyze and synthesize information and to apply the methods, principles, and concepts of the natural sciences. After completing this course the student should be able to 1. identify the nature of ecological principles in the environment, 2. describe ecosystems and biomes in tropical, temperate and cold climates, 3. analyze the issues involved in managing natural resources and 4. analyze the impact of human activities on the environment.

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement Criteria, a 3.0 unweighted overall and social studies GPA; satisfactory score on the ACT, SAT/PERT as determined by SJRSC, teacher recommendation and parent permission.

Prerequisites: Same asAMH 2010 and completion of AMH 2010 with a grade of “C” or better

Prerequisites: SJAPlacement criteria; Qualifying score on PERT exam; and teacher recommendation

Prerequisites: Completion of MAC1105 with a grade “C” or higher

Vision for St. JosephAcademy Graduates

St. Joseph Academy graduates will be morally responsible persons with a well-developed commitment to social justice and an enhanced faith in Jesus Christ. They will be ready to face the 21st century historically

grounded by a rigorous educational experience.1